27634 excision leg/ankle tumor dep 5 centimeters/>
Also known as: large deep lesion excision, soft tissue excision deep >5 cm
Excision of deep soft tissue tumor or lesion 5 centimeters or larger in the lower leg or ankle with fascial plane dissection.
In Plain Language
removal of large deep lump
Clinical Context
Performed for larger deep neoplasms, sarcomas, or complex lesions requiring extensive dissection. Higher work RVU reflects greater complexity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.88 |
| Total RVU | 9.88 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 9.88, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 27634?
CPT 27634 (excision leg/ankle tumor dep 5 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision of deep soft tissue tumor or lesion 5 centimeters or larger in the lower leg or ankle with fascial plane dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 27634?
The work RVU for CPT 27634 is 9.88. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 27634 used?
Performed for larger deep neoplasms, sarcomas, or complex lesions requiring extensive dissection. Higher work RVU reflects greater complexity.
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